What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA position at Amberwell Health Atchison?
Provide occupational therapy services under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR) to patient of all ages with deficits in sensory motor, cognitive or psychological performances areas: document usch therapy appropriately and ensures documentation is countersigned by OTR when needed, contributes to supervision of subordinates including aides, students, participates in departmental duties and projects.
Education
- 2 year/Associate Degree-Required
- Kansas License
- BLS
Experience
- At least 5 years of experience in health care environment related to revenue/reimbursement required. At least 5 years of experience in staff management and project management required. At least 5 years of experience with contractual, administrative, health insurance and operational issues related to hospital and physician groups required. At least 3 years of experience in a Critical Access Hospital required. Experience with Provider Based Clinics preferred.
Skills
- Organizational
- Verbal
- Interpersonal
- Customer Relations
- Mathematical
- Analytical
- Grammar/Spelling
- Read/Comprehend written instructions
- Follow verbal instructions
- Computer-Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
Mental and Emotional Requirements
- Manage stress appropriately
- Make decisions under pressure
- Manage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately
Physical Requirements
- Sedentary work- Prolonged periods of sitting and exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.
- Stand for 1 hour per day
- Sit for 6-7 hours per day
- Walk for 1 hour per day
- Perform repetitive tasks/motions
- Distinguish colors
- Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder/normal speaking voice
- Have good manual dexterity
- Have good eye/hand/foot coordination
- Have clarity of vision: Mid (>20=-<20=)
